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RP 218 Press Tool
RP 218 Press Tool
Description, Specifications
And Standard Equipment
Description
The RP 218 Press Tool, when used with appr-opriate
RIDGID standard pressing attchments, is designed
to mechanically press fittings onto tubing to create a
watertight and permanent seal. When the switch on
the RP 218 is depressed, an internal electric motor
powers a hydraulic pump which forces fluid into the
cylinder of the tool, forcing the ram forward and applying
thousands of pounds of pressing force onto specially
designed fittings. Attachments are also available for other
uses.
The entire cycle duration is approximately 3.5 sec-onds.
Once the cycle begins to deform a fitting, press the red
switch to start the tool until completion. Release the switch
the cycle will be stopped. The LCD screen on the back of
the tool will blink to indicate issues such as improper temperature,
low battery, or maintenance required.
The RP 218 comes with two (2) fabric loops that can be
used with appropriate attachments such as shoulder
straps or tie off lines.
Figure 1 – RP 218 Press Tool And Standard Series Jaw
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information
that is specific to this tool.
Read these precautions carefully before using the
RP 218 Press Tool to reduce the risk of elec-trical
shock or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
A compartment in the RP 218 carrying case is included
to keep this manual with the machine for use by the operator.
Press Tool Safety
•
Use the RP 218 Press Tool only with RIDGID
®
standard pressing attachments (jaws, press ring,
actuator, etc.).
Other uses or modifying the RP 218
Press Tool for other applications maydamage the
press tool, damage the attachments and/or cause
personal injury.
•
Keep your fingers and hands away from pressing
attachments during press cycle.
Your fingers or
hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they
become caught between the jaws or between these
components and any other object.
•
Never attempt to repair damaged jaws, press ring,
actuator or other attachments.
An attachment that
has been welded, ground, drilled or modified in any
manner can shatter during pressing resulting in serious
injury. Discard the entire damaged jaws. Replace with
new jaws. Never replace individual components except
for damaged jaw return springs. Please call Ridge
Tool Company, Technical Services for availability.
•
Large forces are generated during product use
that can break or throw parts and cause injury.
Stand clear during use and wear appropriate protective
equipment, including eye protection.
•
Only use RIDGID Press Tools and Jaws when
specified by the press fitting manufacturer.
Use
of incorrect equipment and methods can cause
incomplete joints, damage the equipment, void
warranties or cause severe personal injury or death.
•
Before operating a RIDGID RP 218 press tool,
Read and understand:
– This operator’s manual,
– The attachment instructions,
– The battery/charger manual,
– RPA 120/220 AC Power (Mains) Adapter Instructions,
– The fitting manufacturer’s installation instructions,
– The instructions for any other equipment used with
this tool,
Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may
result in property damage and/or serious injury.
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID
®
product:
– Contact your local RIDGID
®
distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com. c n to find your local Ridge
Tool contact point.
– Call 400-820-5695.
Standard Equipment
The RP 218, if ordered with batteries, comes with 2.5Ah
batteries. 5.0 batteries are available as acce-ssories
(See Page 24). Higher amp hour batteries allow more
press connections per charge, but also weigh more.
NOTE! RIDGID jaws and attachments are offered in two
“series”.
• Standard Series
• Compact Series
These series are not interchangeable. Only stand-
ard series jaws will work with standard series
tools (RP310 PLUS, RP318,RP 330, RP 340,
CT-400). Similarly,only compact series jaws will work
with the compactseries tools (Compact 100-B,
RP 200-B, RP 210-B
，
RP 218,).
Selection of appropriate materials and joining
methods is the responsibility of the system designer
and/or installer. Before any installation is attempted, care-
ful evaluation of the specific service environment, includ-
ing chemical environment and service temperature, should
be completed. Consult Press Fitting System manufactur-
er for selection information.
Tool Inspection
WARNING
Daily before use, inspect your press tool and correct
any problems to reduce the risk of serious injury
from electric shock, crushing injures, attachment
failure and other causes, and prevent tool damage.
1. Make sure that the press tool battery is removed.
Inspect the battery for damage. If any damage or
modifications are found, do not use until the battery
has been properly repaired or replaced.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment,
especially the handles and controls. This helps to
prevent the machine or controls from slipping from
your grip.
3. Inspect the press tool for the following:
- Proper assembly, maintenance and completeness.
- Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding
parts.
- Make sure that the attachment mounting pin moves
smoothly between the fully open and fully closed
positions (Figure 3 and 4).
- Confirm that the switch moves freely and does not
bind or stick.
- Presence and readability of the warning symbol
(Figure 2).
- Check that the fabric loops are undamaged and
that the stitching is not torn.
- any other condition which may prevent safe and
normal operation.
4. Inspect and maintain the tool attachments, battery
and charger as directed in their instructions.
Figure 2 – Press Tool Warning Symbol
5. With dry hands, insert a fully charged battery. Press
the red switch one time in order to turn the press
tool ON. The LED light should turn ON and remain on
to indicate that the tool is ready for use. If any other
conditions exist, use the Diagnostic Codes information
(
Figure 12) to determine the next step and do not use
the tool until it is working properly. With your hands
and fingers away from the tool ram, test the operation
of the switch to confirm proper operation. When used
with an attachment, once the tool sees enough load
it will lock on to insure that a complete press is made.
6. Once the operation has been checked, with dry
hands remove the battery.
NOTICE
Scissor Style
Jaw Set
Jaw Arm
Attachment
Mounting Pin
Battery Tool Housing
Handle
Jaw
Sideplate
Switch
Fabric Loop
LED
Light
Pressure
Release
Button
Specifications
RP 218 Battery Press Tool:
Motor
Voltage ...................18V DC
Amperage ...............18 Amp
Power .....................324 Watts
Weight........................2
.
6 Kg (Tool Only - No Battery)
Ram Force .................24 kN
Operating Temperature
Range ...........................15° F to 122° F (-10° C to 50° C)
Duty Cycle...................3 Crimp /min.
If any problems are found, do not use the press tool until
the problems have been repaired.
LCD Screen
Battery Power
Temperature Alarm
The Times of Press
Fault Reminder
Figure 2
–
LCD Screen
Warning Symbol